THE VALLEY

The long valley joining the hills of Lessinia to the distinctive pink marble quarries of Verona is lined with olive trees, cypresses and rows of grapevines. The twin valley to the Valpolicella, Valpantena runs along a very similar track: it also nestles in the hollow between the Alpine peaks and the deep waters of Lake Garda and enjoys a temperate microclimate as well as lime-rich soil perfect for growing wine grapes. Valpantena is considered the only cru of the Valpolicella denomination. The valley has been inhabited since prehistoric times and, according to the historian Caliari, takes its name (meaning Valley of the Gods) from the underground Roman temple in Santa Maria in Stella - direct testimony of the presence of Roman civilization here. In this valley, wine is produced today just as yesterday.